1. The Introduction: The Phone Call That Changed Everything In 1988, the call to return to the reservation was practical, not ceremonial. At the time, Indian Gaming was a tribal member community dream housed in metal bingo halls. These were … Continue reading The Cost of Success: Lessons from the Front Line of Indian Gaming
This decision left three children in the hands of the very system that originally lacked the jurisdiction to take them. Continue reading The Sovereignty Stalemate: 5 Surprising Takeaways from the Hannahville Indian Child Custody Battle
Introduction: The Corporate Identity of a Tribe In the sweltering August of 1937, the Wisconsin Potawatomi began receiving assistance from the New Deal’s bureaucratic machinery. This occurred near the settlement of Harris-Wilson, Michigan. We often conceptualize tribal history through the … Continue reading The 1937 Corporate Pivot: Truths Behind the Hannahville Indian Community’s Federal Charter
Native American Tribes are diversifying economically beyond gaming, focusing on long-term sustainability. Choosing the right business structure is vital for legal protections, finance, and sovereignty. Continue reading Understanding Tribal Business Structures: A Guide to Economic Sovereignty
Section 17 Corporations: The Federal “Secret Weapon” for Business Agility Continue reading Realities of Building a Tribal Business Empire
The Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 marked a pivotal shift in federal policy, emphasizing tribal self-governance, land restoration, and economic independence while fostering ongoing debates about sovereignty and autonomy. Continue reading How the 1934 Indian Reorganization Act Codified a New Era of Tribal Sovereignty
